Best Buddies Program Looking to Expand in Schools Across Washington

Best Buddies Washington is looking to expand and open new middle school, high school, and college programs across Washington state! Best Buddies seeks to build a more inclusive world for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities through friendship and leadership development. Friendship and social connection are more important now than ever, and Best [...]

By |2020-08-24T15:48:24-07:00September 3rd, 2020|

Early Intervention: How to Access Services for Children Birth to 3 in Washington

A Brief Overview The right help can be critical for infants and toddlers with disabilities and/or developmental delays. This article covers early learning basics for Washington families. Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) outlines the process for states to provide services to any child with an area of delay. A website [...]

By |2020-08-24T15:38:00-07:00September 1st, 2020|

Preventing Sexual Abuse of People with IDD: A conversation for parents, guardians, and family caregivers

Tuesday, September 8, 2020 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. via Zoom at the link below: https://zoom.us/j/95280659387 Many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are uniquely vulnerable to sexual abuse and exploitation.  The Arc of Spokane's Sexual Abuse Prevention program works to educate caregivers about sexual abuse.  This meeting will help parents, guardians, and family [...]

By |2020-08-24T15:04:45-07:00August 30th, 2020|
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